Early Childhood Special Education Added Authorization
April 14, 2023 2024-06-05 18:01Early Childhood Special Education Added Authorization
Early Childhood Special Education Added Authorization
Looking to expand your expertise in early childhood special education?
TCSJ's Early Childhood Special Education Added Authorization Program is tailor-made for individuals who already possess an Education Specialist teaching credential and are authorized to work with young children from birth through kindergarten in special education settings.
This program comprises 13 units, and applicants may qualify for course equivalencies depending on their past academic transcripts, which are subject to review. Our classes for this program are held in-person and conducted exclusively in Stockton, so you can receive hands-on training and practical experience in a supportive learning environment.
This program comprises 13 units, and applicants may qualify for course equivalencies depending on their past academic transcripts, which are subject to review. Our classes for this program are held in-person and conducted exclusively in Stockton, so you can receive hands-on training and practical experience in a supportive learning environment.
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A teacher who holds (or is eligible for) a clear or preliminary Education Specialist Credential can earn the ECSE Added Authorization with additional coursework. This authorization enables educators to work with children from birth through kindergarten who qualify for special education services.
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution
- Valid California Education Specialist Teaching Credential (visit www.ctc.ca.gov) OR proof of progress toward an Education Specialist Teaching Credential.
ECSE Added Authorization Applications are accepted twice a year with the following deadlines:
- For classes starting in Fall 2024: The deadline is July 15 (Application period: April 1 – July 15)
- For classes starting in Spring 2025: The deadline is December 15 (Application period: October 1 – December 15)
- EDSP 230: Curriculum, Environments and Intervention for Early Childhood Special Education (4)
- EDSP 231: Assessment and Evaluation for Early Childhood (2)
- EDSP 232: Communication, Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood (3)
- EDSP 208: Educating Students with Complex and Diverse Social, Behavioral and Emotional Health Needs (1)
- EDSP 209: Access and Inclusion for Students with Health, Mobility, Movement, and Sensory Needs (2)
- EDSP 289: Support Supervision: ECSEAA (1)
*Equivalencies for prior coursework may be granted pending review of transcripts.
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